10 Best Endpoint Protection Software of 2026

1. 1

   CrowdStrike Falcon

   Cloud-delivered endpoint security platform with next-gen antivirus, EDR, threat hunting and a managed MDR tier on one agent.

   8.8overall

   Cloud-delivered endpoint security platform with next-gen antivirus, EDR, threat hunting and a managed MDR tier on one agent.

   Best forSecurity teams that want a widely deployed EDR platform with published per-device prices

   Adoption data

   $5.84 billionCrowdStrike reported annual recurring revenue of $5.84 billion as of July 31, 2026, up 25% year over year, in its second quarter fiscal 2027 results filed with the SEC.

   CrowdStrike Holdings (SEC Form 8-K, Exhibit 99.1), CrowdStrike Reports Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Results (2026): “Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) grew 25% year-over-year to $5.84 billion as of July 31, 2026, of which $332.8 million was net new ARR added in the quarter.”

   CrowdStrike takes the top spot because it combines the widest documented feature range with the strongest adoption figure among the pure-play endpoint vendors here. Its second quarter fiscal 2027 release, filed with the SEC, reports annual recurring revenue of $5.84 billion as of July 31, 2026, up 25% year over year. The pricing page lists three self-serve tiers: Falcon Go at $59.99 per device a year with next-gen antivirus, device control and mobile protection; Falcon Pro at $99.99, which adds host firewall management; and Falcon Enterprise at $184.99, which adds endpoint detection and response and threat hunting. Monthly billing starts at $7.99 per device. The catch is that teams who need EDR must pay the Enterprise price, which is well above Microsoft's or SentinelOne's entry tiers, and the fully managed Falcon Complete service is quote-only. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +Clear published per-device prices on three self-serve tiers
   • +Largest disclosed recurring revenue among the dedicated endpoint vendors on this list
   • +Upgrade path to Falcon Complete for fully managed detection and response

   Limitations

   • −EDR is held back for Falcon Enterprise at $184.99 per device a year
   • −Falcon Complete MDR pricing is only available from sales
   • −Identity security and Next-Gen SIEM are separate add-on modules

   SummaryCrowdStrike Falcon is the safest default for teams that want a mature EDR platform with transparent pricing. Budget for Falcon Enterprise if you need detection and response, not just antivirus.

2. 2

   Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

   Microsoft's endpoint security, sold as Defender for Business for small companies and inside the Defender Suite for enterprises.

   8.7overall

   Microsoft's endpoint security, sold as Defender for Business for small companies and inside the Defender Suite for enterprises.

   Best forOrganizations already on Microsoft 365 that want EDR at a low per-user price

   Microsoft Defender is the value leader for companies that already run on Microsoft 365. The Defender for Business page lists the product at $3.00 per user per month on an annual subscription, covering up to 300 users with up to five devices each, and it includes next-generation antivirus, vulnerability management and AI-powered EDR with automatic attack disruption across Windows, macOS, iOS and Android. The same protection is included in Microsoft 365 Business Premium at $22.00 per user. Larger organizations buy endpoint protection through the Microsoft Defender Suite at $12.00 per user, which also adds email, identity and SaaS security but requires Microsoft 365 E3 or an equivalent. Microsoft's Defender for Endpoint page says the service disrupts 35,000 incidents per month, yet Microsoft publishes no separate customer count for the product, so we score adoption conservatively. Mixed estates with many non-Microsoft tools may find the licensing rules harder to follow than a per-device price. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +EDR included at $3 per user, the lowest verified EDR price on this list
   • +Each user can protect up to five devices
   • +Already included in Microsoft 365 Business Premium

   Limitations

   • −Defender for Business is capped at 300 users
   • −The enterprise Defender Suite requires Microsoft 365 E3 or an equivalent license
   • −Microsoft does not publish a separate Defender for Endpoint customer count

   SummaryMicrosoft Defender gives Microsoft 365 customers EDR for less than any other verified price here. Check the 300-user cap and E3 requirement before planning a rollout.

3. 3

   SentinelOne Singularity

   AI-driven endpoint and cloud workload protection platform with published per-endpoint tiers and an agentic AI SOC analyst at the top.

   8.3overall

   AI-driven endpoint and cloud workload protection platform with published per-endpoint tiers and an agentic AI SOC analyst at the top.

   Best forSecurity teams that want EDR, cloud workload coverage and longer data retention without a quote

   Adoption data

   1,715SentinelOne reported 1,715 customers with annual recurring revenue of $100,000 or more as of July 31, 2026, up 13%, in results filed with the SEC.

   SentinelOne (SEC Form 8-K, Exhibit 99.1), SentinelOne Announces Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2027 Financial Results (2026): “Customers with ARR of $100,000 or more grew 13% to 1,715 as of July 31, 2026.”

   SentinelOne is the closest alternative to CrowdStrike for teams that want detection and response in their first paid tier. The pricing page lists Singularity Complete at $179.99 per endpoint per year with AI-driven endpoint and cloud workload protection, real-time detection and response, 14 days of data retention and an AI Security Assistant. Singularity Commercial at $229.99 adds identity detection and response, 90-day retention and managed threat hunting, while Singularity Enterprise adds an agentic AI SOC analyst and network forensics on a quote. SentinelOne's fiscal 2027 second quarter release, filed with the SEC, reports ARR of $1.218 billion and 1,715 customers paying $100,000 or more a year, up 13%. That is a solid enterprise base, though well below CrowdStrike's disclosed scale. The entry price is high for small offices that only need antivirus, which is why it ranks below Microsoft on value. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +EDR and cloud workload protection are included from the first published tier
   • +Commercial tier adds managed threat hunting and identity protection at a listed price
   • +1,715 customers pay SentinelOne $100,000 or more a year

   Limitations

   • −Entry price of $179.99 per endpoint is three times CrowdStrike Falcon Go
   • −Only 14 days of data retention in Singularity Complete
   • −Enterprise tier pricing requires a sales call

   SummarySentinelOne Singularity suits teams that want EDR and cloud workload protection from day one at a listed price. Small offices that only need antivirus will pay less elsewhere.

4. 4

   Bitdefender GravityZone

   Romanian vendor's modular business security platform, with a small business package priced online for 1 to 100 devices.

   8.2overall

   Romanian vendor's modular business security platform, with a small business package priced online for 1 to 100 devices.

   Best forSmall businesses that want layered ransomware protection at the lowest verified per-device price

   Adoption data

   Millions of usersBitdefender says it protects millions of users across 170 countries; it publishes no separate business customer total, so this company-wide figure is the best available.

   Bitdefender, About Bitdefender (2026): “Every day, we protect millions of users across 170 countries, delivering award-winning solutions that combine innovation, performance, and ease of use.”

   Bitdefender GravityZone is the budget pick for small offices that still want more than signature antivirus. The US Small Business Security page prices 10 devices for one year at $227.49, about $1.90 per device per month, and it was showing a 30% discount on the day we checked, so expect a higher renewal. The base package includes machine learning and behavioral detection with process termination, quarantine and rollback, a Ransomware Mitigation module that restores encrypted files from backup copies, fileless attack protection with Windows AMSI integration, anti-phishing and anti-exploit for browsers, Office and Adobe Reader. Web Access and Device Control and Network Attack Defense are $41.99 add-ons. Bitdefender says it protects millions of users across 170 countries but gives no business customer figure, so its adoption score stays below vendors that report revenue or customer counts. Larger teams will want GravityZone's EDR and XDR tiers, which are not priced on this page. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +Lowest verified per-device price on this list, about $22.75 per device a year
   • +Ransomware rollback and fileless attack protection included in the base package
   • +Online calculator covers 1 to 100 laptops, desktops and file servers

   Limitations

   • −The checked price is a 30% discount, so renewals may cost more
   • −Web and device control and network attack defense are paid add-ons
   • −Bitdefender publishes no business customer count

   SummaryBitdefender GravityZone gives small businesses ransomware rollback and anti-exploit protection for under $2 per device a month. Check the renewal price and whether you need the paid add-ons.

5. 5

   ESET PROTECT

   Slovak vendor's business security platform with Core, Premium MDR and Ultimate tiers sold online in the US.

   8.2overall

   Slovak vendor's business security platform with Core, Premium MDR and Ultimate tiers sold online in the US.

   Best forSmall and mid-size businesses that want online pricing and an optional 24/7 MDR tier

   Adoption data

   500k+ESET reports more than 500,000 protected business customers and over 1 billion protected users worldwide on its company page.

   ESET, About ESET (2026): “500 k+ protected business customers”

   ESET PROTECT stands out for publishing prices on every tier, including managed detection. The US plans page lists ESET PROTECT Core at $549.00 for 10 devices for one year, about $4.58 per device per month, with next-gen antivirus for computers, servers, mobiles and cloud VMs, firewall, web and device control, and AI-powered threat analysis with real-time response. ESET PROTECT Premium adds 24/7 MDR with expert-led monitoring and a cybersecurity AI assistant, and ESET PROTECT Ultimate adds full incident remediation and a dedicated security expert, with an introductory offer of $9,999.00 for 99 devices. Email, Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace protection, patching and MFA come in a separate Plus package. ESET's company page reports 500k+ protected business customers in 178 countries and territories, which supports a strong adoption score. The main drawback is price: Core costs roughly twice Bitdefender's small business rate per device. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +Every tier, including MDR, has a price in the US online store
   • +Core covers servers, mobiles and cloud VMs as well as computers
   • +ESET reports 500k+ protected business customers

   Limitations

   • −Core at about $54.90 per device a year costs more than Bitdefender's small business pack
   • −Email and cloud app protection and patching cost extra in the Plus package
   • −Integrated remote access is listed as planned for Q1 2027, not available yet

   SummaryESET PROTECT is a good fit for small and mid-size firms that want a published price for MDR. Core costs more per device than Bitdefender, but covers servers and mobiles in the base tier.

6. 6

   Huntress Managed EDR

   Managed endpoint detection and response with a 24/7 human-led SOC included in the per-endpoint price.

   7.9overall

   Managed endpoint detection and response with a 24/7 human-led SOC included in the per-endpoint price.

   Best forSmall IT teams and MSPs that need EDR plus round-the-clock monitoring without hiring analysts

   Adoption data

   285k+Huntress says on its pricing page that more than 285,000 businesses use its managed security platform.

   Huntress, Huntress Pricing (2026): “Join the 285k+ businesses who sleep better at night knowing Huntress has their back.”

   Huntress fits teams that need detection and response but have nobody to watch alerts at night. Its US pricing page lists Managed EDR at $8.99 per endpoint per month at MSRP, and every product is managed by the company's 24/7 human SOC with no separate service tiers. The EDR package includes active remediation, custom incident reporting and free managed antivirus, and Huntress sells Managed ITDR for Microsoft 365 and Google identities at $4.80 per identity, plus a managed SIEM and security awareness training. The pricing page says 285k+ businesses use Huntress, a large base driven by its MSP partner channel. The trade-off is that Huntress is a managed service first: it covers fewer self-run platform features than CrowdStrike or SentinelOne, and its monthly rate adds up to about $108 per endpoint a year before volume discounts. For a small business, that is still far cheaper than staffing a SOC. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +24/7 SOC management is included rather than sold as an add-on
   • +Published MSRP of $8.99 per endpoint with no service tiers
   • +Huntress says it serves 285k+ businesses

   Limitations

   • −Monthly MSRP works out to about $108 per endpoint a year, above Falcon Go
   • −Built around a managed service, so teams that want full self-run control may prefer a platform vendor
   • −Volume discounts require a sales conversation

   SummaryHuntress is the simplest way for a small team to get EDR with 24/7 human monitoring at one listed price. Larger SOCs that want hands-on tooling should compare platform vendors.

7. 7

   Palo Alto Networks Cortex XDR

   Extended detection and response platform that correlates endpoint, network, cloud, identity and email data, with Unit 42 managed services.

   7.9overall

   Extended detection and response platform that correlates endpoint, network, cloud, identity and email data, with Unit 42 managed services.

   Best forLarge enterprises that want XDR across endpoint, network and cloud data from one vendor

   Adoption data

   $9.10 billionPalo Alto Networks reported Next-Generation Security ARR of $9.10 billion for its fiscal fourth quarter 2026, a company-wide figure that includes Cortex and other platforms.

   Palo Alto Networks (SEC Form 8-K, Exhibit 99.1), Palo Alto Networks Reports Fiscal Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results (2026): “Next-Generation Security ARR for the fiscal fourth quarter 2026 grew 63% year over year to $9.10 billion.”

   Cortex XDR is the broadest detection platform here, but it is built for large security teams with a budget to match. Palo Alto Networks says Cortex XDR connects endpoint, network, cloud, agentic endpoint, identity and email data and applies AI to detect and prioritize attacks, and it pairs behavioral analytics with Agentic Endpoint Security to stop zero-day exploits, fileless malware and unmanaged AI tools. The Cortex AgentiX Assistant adds AI agents for investigation, and the same sensor extends to NG-SIEM, endpoint data loss prevention, exposure management and cloud security. Unit 42 provides MDR inside the customer's tenant. Palo Alto's fiscal 2026 fourth quarter release, filed with the SEC, reports Next-Generation Security ARR of $9.10 billion, but that figure covers Prisma and other products as well as Cortex, so we score adoption below CrowdStrike. There is no published price, which pulls down its value score for buyers who want to compare quickly. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +Broadest cross-source detection scope on this list
   • +Native Unit 42 managed detection inside the customer's tenant
   • +Named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms

   Limitations

   • −No published price; every deal goes through sales
   • −Most value comes when other Palo Alto products feed the data lake
   • −Palo Alto reports ARR for its whole next-generation portfolio, not for Cortex XDR alone

   SummaryCortex XDR suits enterprises that want endpoint, network and cloud detection in one data lake, especially existing Palo Alto customers. Expect a sales-led process and no list price.

8. 8

   TrendAI Vision One Endpoint Security

   Endpoint security within the TrendAI Vision One platform, the enterprise brand Trend Micro adopted in 2026, with MDR and a free trial.

   7.7overall

   Endpoint security within the TrendAI Vision One platform, the enterprise brand Trend Micro adopted in 2026, with MDR and a free trial.

   Best forEnterprises with large server and data center estates that want endpoint and workload security on one platform

   Adoption data

   $1.7 billionTrend Micro reported U.S. $1.7 billion in annual recurring revenue for the second quarter of 2026, up 5% year over year, a company-wide figure that includes consumer products.

   Trend Micro, Trend Micro Reports Earnings Results for Q2 2026 (2026): “driving U.S. $1.7 Billion in ARR, up 5% YoY”

   TrendAI Vision One is a strong choice for enterprises that already run Trend's server and workload protection. Trend Micro moved its enterprise business to the TrendAI name in 2026, and its endpoint security page describes integrated threat detection and response, proactive risk management and centralized visibility in the Vision One platform, with multiple security layers across the attack chain. A 24/7 MDR service is available, and server and cloud workload protection is sold alongside. Trend's second quarter 2026 earnings release reports U.S. $1.7 billion in ARR, up 5%, and 49% growth in Vision One ARR, but the total includes consumer products, so we score adoption below the vendors that report enterprise-only figures. There is no published price, so value scores lower than for vendors with online pricing. The free trial is the easiest way to judge the console before talking to sales. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +Free trial of the Vision One platform is offered online
   • +Long history of server, virtualization and data center protection
   • +Vision One ARR grew 49% year over year in Q2 2026

   Limitations

   • −No published price for endpoint security
   • −The 2026 rebrand from Trend Micro to TrendAI can confuse procurement records
   • −Trend reports ARR for the whole company, including consumer products

   SummaryTrendAI Vision One fits enterprises with mixed endpoint, server and data center estates. Request a quote and use the free trial to compare it with CrowdStrike and SentinelOne.

9. 9

   Sophos Intercept X

   Sophos Endpoint, powered by Intercept X, with CryptoGuard anti-ransomware, exploit mitigations and EDR and XDR upgrades.

   7.3overall

   Sophos Endpoint, powered by Intercept X, with CryptoGuard anti-ransomware, exploit mitigations and EDR and XDR upgrades.

   Best forOrganizations that want strong anti-ransomware defaults and a path to Sophos MDR through a reseller

   Sophos Intercept X, now sold as Sophos Endpoint, has some of the most specific anti-ransomware documentation in this group. Sophos says CryptoGuard watches file contents for malicious encryption, blocks the offending process and reverts affected files, and that more than 60 proprietary exploit mitigations run on every process by default. Adaptive Attack Protection switches the endpoint into a stricter mode when it detects an active attacker. Sophos EDR adds AI-assisted threat hunting and investigation, and Sophos XDR extends that with more data sources and threat intelligence, all from one agent for Windows, macOS and Linux. A 30-day trial is available. Sophos publishes no list prices, so buyers need a partner quote, which lowers its value score. Sophos states a large customer base on its site, but we could not verify a citable figure, so we score adoption conservatively. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

   Strengths

   • +Anti-ransomware file rollback is part of the base Sophos Endpoint product
   • +30-day free trial with no obligation
   • +Clear upgrade path from Endpoint to EDR, XDR and MDR

   Limitations

   • −No published prices; purchases go through partners or marketplaces
   • −No customer figure we could verify, so adoption is scored conservatively
   • −EDR and XDR features require higher tiers

   SummarySophos Intercept X is a solid pick for buyers who prioritize ransomware rollback and exploit prevention and are happy to buy through a reseller. Get a quote for EDR or MDR to compare against the listed prices above.

10. 10

    ThreatDown

    Business security from the team behind Malwarebytes, independent since 2026, with Core, EDR and MDR bundles sold online.

    7.1overall

    Business security from the team behind Malwarebytes, independent since 2026, with Core, EDR and MDR bundles sold online.

    Best forResource-constrained IT teams that want ransomware rollback and an MDR option in simple bundles

    Adoption data

    Thousands of organizationsThreatDown says it protects thousands of organizations worldwide; it publishes no exact customer count.

    ThreatDown, About ThreatDown (2026): “replacing it with powerful, intuitive security that protects thousands of organizations worldwide from the most advanced threats.”

    ThreatDown is the business security company that grew out of Malwarebytes, and it became independent in 2026. Its pricing page sells four bundles online. Core is built on AI-powered next-gen antivirus, and the feature table lists device control, application blocking, vulnerability assessment and browser phishing protection across the bundles. Advanced EDR adds endpoint detection and response, and ThreatDown's ransomware rollback restores files up to 7 days after an attack. Elite MDR adds 24x7x365 monitoring, investigation and remediation by ThreatDown analysts, and Ultimate MDR Plus adds malware removal, root cause analysis, dark web monitoring and identity threat detection. Three-year terms save 20%. The store showed euro prices from our location, so we could not verify a USD figure and the price is marked pending. ThreatDown says it protects thousands of organizations worldwide but gives no exact total, which keeps its adoption score at the bottom of this list. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run lab tests.

    Strengths

    • +Bundles and prices are shown in an online store
    • +Ransomware rollback covers up to 7 days
    • +MDR is available without moving to a different vendor

    Limitations

    • −The store showed euro prices from our location, so the USD price is pending
    • −ThreatDown only says it protects thousands of organizations, with no exact count
    • −DNS filtering, email security and premium support are add-ons

    SummaryThreatDown suits lean IT teams that want EDR with ransomware rollback and an MDR upgrade from one simple store. Check the USD price for your device count before buying.

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